The Burger's Priest

About The Burger's Priest

The Burger's Priest is a restaurant located on Wellington Road in the Lockwood Park neighbourhood of London. Serving the local community, it specializes in smashburgers made from 100% premium Canadian beef that is never frozen. The menu features signature burgers such as The Vatican, which is a double cheeseburger served on grilled cheese buns, and the California Classic. Other notable offerings include the High Priest, the Low Priest, and the Holy Smokes. For those seeking poultry, the restaurant provides hand-breaded chicken sandwiches like the Classic Chicken Sandwich, the Hot N’ Honey, and the Chicken Low Priest. The menu also includes savory poutine, fresh-cut fries, hot dogs, and in-house baked chocolate chip cookies. To complement the meals, the restaurant serves hand-spun shakes in flavors such as Vanilla, Chocolate, and Mint Chocolate Chip, as well as the Jarge, which is a mix of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. They also offer gluten-free burger options and a selection of limited-time blue cheese items, including the Blue Steel, Magnum, and Token. For larger gatherings, the business provides catering services for corporate events or birthdays, featuring Burger Box deals and signature menu items. The business was founded by Shant Mardirosian, who conceived the restaurant after seeking out a fresh, old-fashioned burger experience. While he originally attended seminary school in Toronto with plans to become a priest, he instead took a leap of faith to open his first location on Queen Street East in 2010. The restaurant describes its mission as "burger redemption," focusing on quality ingredients and a proper burger-eating experience. Customers can dine in at the Wellington Road location, which offers takeout and delivery services. The restaurant also provides catering, gift cards, and a mobile app for ordering.